Halva

"Halva is a Turkish candy similar in consistency to fudge. Made from tahini, it has a nutty and sweet flavor."

I haven't tried making this yet, but it's been 11 days of Ramadan and I have not made one sweet, so this may be one to try.  Of course, alhamdulillah, living in a Muslim country, one can find all sorts of wonderful pre-made treats, such as this, that can be easily purchased.

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 cups of sugar
• 1-1/2 cups of tahini
• 1/2 cup of water
• Optional flavorings such as nuts, vanilla or chocolate

Instructions

1. Boil the sugar and water with any optional flavorings to 257 degrees Farenheit to form a thick syrup
2. Pour the syrup into fresh tahini and beat well as it combines
3. Continue beating until the mixture sets
4. beat well as it combines
5. Continue beating until the mixture sets
6. Press the mixture into an oiled cake tin or plastic container
7. Chill for 36 hours and cut into squares

Source: http://www.suite101.com/content/recipes-using-sesame-tahini-paste--halva-sesame-cookies-a274902

Persian Recipe for Halva